Page-6 of GKToday Archives: January, 2025

Resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

January 29, 2025

India and China have recently agreed to resume the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, marking moment in bilateral relations. This decision follows Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s visit to Beijing and comes after months of negotiations to resolve military tensions at the Line ..

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Christine Carla Kangaloo Receives Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award

January 29, 2025

The Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award has been awarded to Christine Carla Kangaloo, the President of Trinidad and Tobago. This recognition marks her contributions to public affairs and her role in enhancing India’s global reputation. The award was presented by the ..

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Africa Energy Summit

January 29, 2025

Recently, the Africa Energy Summit took place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Twelve African nations presented their National Energy Compacts. These strategies aim to tackle energy access deficits and promote clean energy solutions. The summit was part of “Mission 300,” ..

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Fentanyl Crisis and US-China Trade Tensions

January 29, 2025

Recently, US President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 10% punitive duty on Chinese imports. This decision stems from concerns over the influx of fentanyl into the United States, primarily sourced from China. The opioid epidemic has reached alarming ..

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 29, 2025

January 29, 2025

1. In the context of the PM YASASVI Scheme, Consider the following statements: It aims to uplift SC/ST students by providing access to quality education during their formative years. It is implemented by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, ..

Wing Commander Akshay Saxena Receives Vayu Sena Medal

January 29, 2025

Wing Commander Akshay Saxena has been awarded the Vayu Sena Medal (Gallantry) for his exceptional contributions during anti-piracy operations in the Arabian Sea. This recognition marks the increasing threats posed by piracy in international waters, particularly from Houthi rebels targeting ..

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Telangana Government Launches New Welfare Schemes

January 29, 2025

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy set a new record by launching four welfare schemes in 563 villages across all mandals on January 26. The schemes were launched across 563 villages in all mandals. Rythu Bharosa Scheme Rythu Bharosa provides ..

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Supreme Court Split Verdicts

January 29, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has faced scrutiny over its handling of split verdicts. These decisions occur when judges cannot reach a consensus. The recent case regarding the burial of Ramesh Baghel’s father marks the complexities of such verdicts. The ..

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Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2024

January 29, 2025

The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2024 has revealed findings regarding education in rural India. The report marks improvements in learning levels and shifts in school enrolment patterns. Conducted by the NGO Pratham, the survey reached over 649,000 children ..

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Nagoba Jatara

January 29, 2025

The Nagoba Jatara is an important tribal festival celebrated by the Mesram clan of Adivasi Gonds in Keslapur village, Telangana. This eight-day event started on January 28 and is regarded as the second largest Adivasi fair in India. It draws ..

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